The Boerne Star

02/15/2025

02/15/2025

CALENDAR OF EVENTS -- Things to commit to memory that you won't want to miss!!

- - FEB. 15 - -
ORGANIC GARDENING SERIES: Join us for an Organic Gardening Series designed to provide practical skills and knowledge for gardening enthusiasts. Focus of the class is “The Basics of Soil.” The class runs 1:30-3 p.m. at the Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road. For cost and to sign up, visit: cibolo.org.

FAMILY HISTORY SEMINAR by the Genealogical Society of Kendall County from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 315 Rosewood Ave. Guest speaker for the 21st annual Hill Country Family History Seminar is Drew Smith. Morning and afternoon snacks provided; lunch available for purchase; raffle and door prizes on tap. GSKC members pay $55; non-members pay $60.

- - FEB. 19 - -
ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC sponsorship deadline is TODAY for the tourney, being held March 17 at the Fair Oaks Ranch Golf and Country Club. For more, call 830-249-8000 or contact: [email protected].

- - FEB. 20 - -
BOOST BOERNE BUSINESS Networking event presented by Boerne Radio. Opportunity to make connections with other business professionals in the area during this speed networking event. The event runs 4-6 p.m. at the Lost Oak Winery, 111 Rosewood Ave. Food, wine and door prizes.

MARDI GRAS MASK party from 4-9 p.m. at DeVino Cellars, 1109 S. Main St. suite 101. Gather your girlfriends for a dazzling Mardi Gras Mask party. Don a favorite mask, enjoy delicious wines, good company and festive fun celebrating in true Mardi Gras style.

- - FEB. 21 - -
ADULT NIGHT HIKE at Cibolo Nature Center: Join The Cibolo, 140 City Park Road, to hike the trails at sunset. Hike begins about a half-hour before sunset. The adult night hikes are longer hikes, using unfamiliar trails. Expect to spend time without flashlights, hoping for views nocturnal wildlife. Cost is $15 per adult. Register at: cibolo.org.

MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE ball: Join St. John Lutheran School Boerne, 315 Rosewood Avenue, for a Mardi Gras Masquerade and Family Dance from 6-8 p.m. for a night of dancing, food, fun and sweet memories. Cost is $25/adult; kids attend free. Details: https://stjohnlutheranschoolboerne.com/events/.

- - FEB. 22 - -
FIRST POLAR PLUNGE: “Freezin’ For A Reason” is the theme as brave souls “take the plunge” in Boerne Lake to support more than 2,000 local Special Olympics Texas athletes in this ice-cold fundraiser. All ages are eligible. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., opening ceremonies are at 10 a.m. and “the plunge” begins at 10:15 a.m. Details: give.classy.org/BoernePlunge.

ORGANIC GARDENING SERIES: Join the Cibolo’s Organic Gardening Series, designed to provide practical skills and knowledge for gardening enthusiasts. The class runs 1:30-3 p.m. at Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road. Focus of this class is “Soil Amendments and Applications.” Cost is $35; to sign up, visit cibolo.org.

- - FEB. 23 - -
BOERNE COMMUNITY THEATER presents “A Family Reunion To Die For,” a comedy-mystery presented by the BCT Teen Troupe. The curtain goes up at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20; 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21; 2:30 and 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22; and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23. All tickets are $15 and can be ordered online at boernetheatre.org or by calling 830-249-9166.

- - FEB. 24 - -
BOERNE ISD REPORT: Attend the annual Boerne ISD report at the BISD Board Room, 235 Johns Road, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

- - FEB. 28 - -
BOERNE FAMILY FEUD: Attend this game show-themed fundraiser Feb. 28, March 1 and March 2 for Boerne Community Theatre, 907 E. Blanco Road. Teams of families, businesses and neighbors will compete for a trophy on each date. Tickets to see the show are $20.

02/14/2025

'BIRDERS' GATHER DATA ON SANCTUARY INHABITANTS

Jeff B. Flinn
Managing Editor
The group plods slowly, deliberately, avoiding the scrub brush and low-hanging branches surrounding them. Their eyes — and ears — are finely tuned, looking and listening for any disturbance in the otherwise silent terrain.
A soft “coo, coo, coo” comes from somewhere up ahead, on the right, in a grove of trees. Binoculars are raised to their eyes, as they each search for the source of the sound.
“Mourning dove. Two of them,” says one of the group, the rest nodding in agreement. “Over there, in the top of that live oak,” another points.
For the next three hours, the chirps of cardinals, robins and black-crested titmouses, the tweets of an American Kestral perched on a wire, and the shrill call of a group of ravens circling overhead were heard, spotted and recorded by participants in Monday’s Sisterdale Sanctuary Bird Survey.
FOR MORE, GO TO: BOERNESTAR.COM

02/14/2025

COUNTY DENIES EFFORT TO PUT ESD ON MAY BALLOT

Jeff B. Flinn
Managing Editor
Members of the Kendall County Commissioners Court slammed the door on future talk of creating an Emergency Services District in the Cordillera Ranch-Bergheim area off State Highway 46.
A standing-room-only crowd Tuesday heard county residents speak for and against the proposal -- brought before commissioners by the Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department, which has seen its volunteer membership dwindle over the years while development in the area has exploded, service they say they cannot continue to meet.
The commissioners court’s 5-0 vote was not in opposition to the ESD, but to deny its placement on the ballot in May. Voters in 2022 rejected a similar effort to create an ESD as nearly 54 percent of county residents cast votes against creating it.
FOR MORE, GO TO: BOERNESTAR.COM

02/14/2025

BOERNE MAYOR DRAWS OPPONENT FOR MAY ELECTION.

Jeff B. Flinn
Managing Editor
A final-day filing placed the Boerne mayor’s position squarely atop the May 3 ballot.
Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch and Boerne ISD residents will head to the polls on the first Saturday in May with several races appearing on their respective ballots.
Boerne Mayor Frank Ritchie will be on the ballot, as resident Laura Haning filed Friday to run for mayor.
FOR MORE, GO TO: BOERNESTAR.COM

02/09/2025

On to the Playoffs!!

02/09/2025

HAPPY STAFFERDAY! Miss Constance and Miss Cassidy pose with two little munchkins who are picking up their supplies to design special Valentine's cards for seniors. When you come by the library with your little ones please be sure to stop by our big mailbox in the the youth department!

02/09/2025

02/09/2025

Stop by! Bring your canine ... or come adopt one!!!

Run, walk, or wag your way to our fur-st Doggy Fun Run! 🐶 Celebrate with treats, food trucks, and adorable adoptable pups. Don’t miss this tail-wagging event!

Fun for all ages and breeds!

For more information call 210-698-0990

02/09/2025

Faye is back on the hunt for her forever home due to no fault of her own!

Meet Faye, an 11-month-old short stack with a heart as big as her personality! Weighing in at 34 pounds, Faye has a delightfully elongated body and the sweetest, most gentle demeanor. Born in care, this adorable girl is now back on the hunt for her forever family. Faye is the perfect companion for kids and other dogs, her friendly nature making her an easy fit in any home. Whether she's playing or cuddling, Faye's loving and calm presence will quickly steal your heart. She's ready to bring joy and warmth to a family that will cherish her forever.

02/09/2025

02/09/2025

Meet Tiny, she is approximately 8 weeks old. She is a small mixed breed and would love to have you come visit her at Boerne Animal Care Services.830-249-2456

02/08/2025

23051 Houdini 2/7/25
2-year-old male Belgian Malinois
Adoption fee: $90.00

Meet Houdini, a gentle soul who found his way to our shelter as a stray. He is now looking for a loving forever home. At just 2 years old and 51 pounds, this beautiful Belgian Malinois has so much love to give. Houdini is not only sharp and eager to learn, but he also knows several tricks, like walking between your legs with grace. He walks wonderfully on a leash, making him an ideal companion for your walks or runs together.

Houdini has a kind heart and gets along well with both kids and other dogs, showcasing his wonderful temperament. If you feel a connection with Houdini, we invite you to visit him at the shelter and spend some time together. If you have a dog, please bring them along for a friendly meet and greet—Houdini is ready to see if he can find his place in your heart and home.